Finance Intern at Saint-Gobain

Finance Intern at Saint-Gobain – Saint-Gobain Kenya Job Details

About the Role

Saint-Gobain is recruiting a Finance Intern to join its accounting team in Kenya. This internship offers hands-on exposure to core accounting functions, including transaction recording, reconciliation, and financial reporting. You’ll work under the guidance of the Senior Accountant, gaining practical experience in accounting processes while supporting month-end and year-end closing cycles. The position is based in Kenya and is open to graduates or final-year students with a background in accounting or finance.

This Finance Intern at Saint-Gobain role provides a structured learning environment where you’ll apply classroom knowledge to real-world accounting scenarios. You’ll gain familiarity with ERP systems, tax compliance procedures, and internal controls while developing the technical and analytical skills required for a career in accounting. The internship is offered on a rolling basis, allowing flexibility in start dates.

Key Responsibilities

• Record daily accounting entries, including journals, accruals, and adjustments under the direction of the Senior Accountant.
• Maintain proper documentation and systematic filing of all accounting records to ensure data integrity and easy retrieval.
• Match supplier invoices against purchase orders and goods received notes, then post approved transactions into the ERP system.
• Support payment processing activities under supervision and assist in executing payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier and customer account balances, identifying and investigating variances in cooperation with the accounting team.
• Conduct bank reconciliations, comparing bank statements with internal records and documenting findings.
• Log and track cash, bank, and petty cash movements within the financial system.
• Contribute to the compilation of monthly financial reporting packages and cash flow forecasts.
• Participate in month-end and year-end closing procedures, including account reviews and final statement preparation.
• Prepare audit-ready schedules, account reconciliations, and supporting documentation for internal and external auditors.
• Assist with the filing of statutory tax returns and ensure timely payment of tax obligations including PAYE, VAT, SHA/SHIF, and NSSF.
• Support the preparation of cost reports to improve product costing accuracy across the organisation.
• Maintain compliance with company accounting policies, procedures, and applicable accounting standards.
• Organise and maintain both physical and digital financial records in an efficient, searchable format.
• Assist in budget preparation, financial forecasting, and stock count reconciliation processes.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, B.Com Accounting, or Costing (or equivalent).
• Between zero and two years of relevant experience working as an accountant or in an accounting-related role.
• Partial or full CPA Kenya or ACCA qualification (or in progress towards these credentials).
• Strong working knowledge of fundamental accounting principles and practical experience with Microsoft Excel for financial analysis and reporting.
• Exposure to SAP Business One or another enterprise resource planning (ERP) system is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to pay close attention to detail and accuracy in numerical work.
• Strong organisational skills and the capability to manage multiple tasks and priorities within set deadlines.
• Clear understanding of internal control procedures and a commitment to compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ability to identify accounting discrepancies, troubleshoot issues, and recommend corrective actions.
• Proficiency in written and verbal communication, and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.

What to Expect

• A mentorship-based internship where you work closely with experienced accounting professionals and develop practical skills in a real working environment.
• Exposure to the full accounting cycle, including transaction processing, reconciliation, closing procedures, and regulatory compliance relevant to accounting jobs in Kenya.
• A supportive learning environment that values attention to detail, initiative, and the willingness to take on additional accounting responsibilities as assigned.
• This Finance Intern at Saint-Gobain position in Kenya is open to qualified candidates. Click Apply below to submit your application.